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Certain non-communicable diseases are globally recognized as occupational diseases. The ILO list of occupational diseases includes a number of diseases that are also among the priorities under the global NCD action plan - different forms of pneumoconiosis, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and occupational cancer. According to WHO, estimates annually amount to 634,000 deaths due to NCDs, are attributed to several occupational risks - 177,000 cancer deaths are related to occupational exposure to selected carcinogens and 457,000 deaths from pneumoconiosis, asthma andCOPD are related to occupational exposures to airborne particles, fumes and allergens. The NCD action plan urges countries to facilitate access to preventive measures, treatment and vocational rehabilitation, as well as financial compensation for occupational NCDs, consistent with international and national laws and regulations on occupational diseases. Further information: Occupational Health; Environmental Health

The NCD action plan urges countries to facilitate access to preventive measures, treatment and vocational rehabilitation, as well as financial compensation for occupational NCDs, consistent with international and national laws and regulations on occupational diseases. Further information: Occupational Health;Environmental Health10 Chemicals of public Health Concern (WHO list): Chemicals are part of our daily life. All living and inanimate matter is made up of chemicals and virtually every manufactured product involves the use of chemicals. Many chemicals can, when properly used, significantly contribute to the improvement of our quality of life, health and well-being. But other chemicals are highly hazardous and can negatively affect our health and environment when improperly managed. http://www.who.int/ipcs/features/chemicals_concern/en/